Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Assistant Professor (Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center)

Job Title

Cardiothoracic Surgeon – Assistant Professor (Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center)

Division & Location

Division: Surgery
Location: Houston, TX

Work Arrangement & Status

Work arrangement: not specified
FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Baylor College of Medicine Overview

Baylor ( is recognized as one of the nation’s premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, and healthcare and community service. Located in the heart of the world’s largest medical center (Texas Medical Center), Baylor is affiliated with multiple educational, healthcare and research affiliates (Baylor Affiliates). Our 250-faculty member department works at iconic institutions such as Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, the Texas Heart Institute, Texas Children’s Hospital, Ben Taub General Hospital, and the MEDVAMC. We are ranked 13th in the nation by USNWR for departments of surgery. The program continues to be an international leader within the VA system for heart transplant and cardiothoracic surgery.

Summary

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) is seeking a cardiothoracic surgeon at the rank of Assistant Professor to join the cardiothoracic surgery program at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, a major BCM hospital affiliate. Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center has a long-standing cardiothoracic surgery program with an emphasis on excellence in clinical care, education, and research. This program is one of the largest volume cardiac programs in the VA system and includes a ventricular assist device and on‑site heart transplant program. The MEDVAMC program is also supported by an on‑site surgical health services research group.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full spectrum of cardiovascular operations including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgery, aortic surgery, transcatheter procedures, and general thoracic surgery.
• Provide clinical care, education, and research within the cardiothoracic surgery program.
• Commit to teaching medical students, surgery residents, and cardiothoracic surgery fellows.
• Develop innovative research in basic/translational or data sciences.
• Preference is given to candidates focusing on thoracic oncology.

Minimum Qualifications

• ABTS board certification or board eligibility is required.
• Must qualify for a full and unrestricted Texas medical license.
• Strong record in clinical excellence and teaching, and research experience as described in application materials.

Equity & Diversity Statement

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient‑centered care.